Mission-Focused Leadership
Damar Services has assembled an executive and board leadership team with an array of expertise and a passion for our mission. Every decision they make is driven by one simple question: Will this help the people we serve live more successful lives?
Jim Dalton, Psy.D., HSPP, CSAYC
President and Chief Executive OfficerPresident and CEO Jim Dalton has long made an impact on the developmental disabilities industry. A licensed child psychologist, Dr. Dalton is highly regarded for his innovation in child behavioral health care. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Anderson University, a master’s from Spalding University and graduated first in his doctoral class in child psychology. He completed his residency at the Ohio State University.
Richard L. Harcourt
Chief Financial OfficerAs Senior Vice President, Chief Financial and Compliance Officer, Richard Harcourt is charged with strategic planning and management of all administrative operations related to finance, accounting, purchasing, safety, maintenance, dietary and housekeeping. Rich started as a volunteer with Damar in 1986 and became a full-time employee in 2008. He is a graduate of the Miller School of Business at Ball State University.
Jennifer Mann
Chief Human Resources OfficerAs Chief Human Resources Officer, Jennifer Mann is responsible for serving Damar’s employee population. She and her team focus on recruitment and retention efforts, as well as performance management for the organization. She is a graduate of the Kelly School of Business at IUPUI.
Jennifer Maggard, MSW, LCSW
Chief Operating OfficerAs Chief Operating Officer, Jennifer Maggard is charged with daily business operations of the organization. Jennifer started her career with Damar in 1998 and has held a variety of positions throughout the organization. An active member of the National Association of Social Workers, Jennifer holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Purdue University and a master’s in social work from Indiana University. Jennifer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Ken File
President, Damar Foundation, Inc.Ken File is the president of the Damar Foundation, Inc. In that role, he is charged with the strategic development of Damar’s philanthropy program. He holds an MBA from the University of Indianapolis and a bachelor’s degree in education from Kansas State University. Prior to joining Damar, he worked for Goodwill Industries and spent over 25 years at the Delta Tau Delta Educational Foundation.
Carla Bill, MSW, LCSW
Vice President, Youth Services- AdmissionsCarla Bill is the vice president of youth services and admissions at Damar. Responsible for facilitating residential placements, she is Damar’s official liaison to the Indiana County Divisions of Child Services, Indiana Division of Disability Services and Indiana Department of Education. Carla is a graduate of Indiana University with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work.
Tifini McClyde
Vice President, Performance ManagementTifini McClyde serves as Vice President for Performance Management. In that role, she is responsible for managing the organization’s quality and compliance initiatives. Tifini came to Damar in 2006 and has held a variety of positions in the Human Resources department.
Katie McCoy
Chief Executive AssistantAs executive assistant for Damar Services, Katie McCoy supports the offices of the President & CEO and executive leadership team, as well as serving as a liaison to the Board of Directors. She also supervises the Damar Ambassadors. Katie has been with Damar since 1996 and has held this position for nearly 20 years.
Jenny Peters
Vice President, Communications & MarketingJenny Peters serves as the vice president of communications and marketing for Damar. In this role, she leads the development, implementation and evaluation of Damar’s internal and external communications and marketing initiatives. Jenny holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations from Indiana State University and a master’s degree from Indiana University.
Nick Andersen
Vice President, Facilities & AssetsAs Vice President of Facilities & Assets, Nick Andersen is responsible for supervising the accounting and maintenance staff. A Damar employee since 2009, Nick is a graduate of Indiana University. He also holds and MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University.
Our Extended Leadership Team
Shannon Bess, MSW, LCSW
Director, TrainingAs Damar’s Director of Training, Shannon has the responsibility of evaluating, providing and monitoring the training needs of the organization. Her focus is on serving Damar employees through a variety of training opportunities to ensure that they are equipped and supported in their various roles and responsibilities. She holds her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Social Work from Indiana University and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Aimee Brown
Director, DCA Operations & School LeaderAimee Brown serves as the Director of Operations and School Leader for Damar Charter Academy, Indiana’s first public charter school focused on successfully preparing children with developmental, intellectual, and behavioral challenges for a lifetime of learning. Aimee took on leadership of the school in 2015 after serving as the school’s Director of Special Education. Aimee holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Purdue University.
Juman Bruce
Director, Community Living and Support ServicesAs Director of Community Living and Support Services (CLASS), Juman Bruce is responsible for directing and monitoring adult services funded by Medicaid waivers and Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (Supervised Group Living). She holds a bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation.
Karen Causey
Director, Workforce OptimizationAs Director of Workforce Optimization, Karen Causey is responsible for overseeing cost management and program efficiency processes within the Children’s Residential Program. A Damar employee since 1991, Karen has held many titles during her tenure. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, with a minor in psychology from Indiana University.
Erin Crick
Administrative Director, Children's ResidentialAs administrative director of children’s residential, Erin Crick is charged with directing all operations for Damar Academy – a state-accredited freeway school. In addition to leading faculty and staff, Erin ensures compliance with all education requirements and fulfills students’ Individual Education Plan (IEP) needs. Erin also assists with compliance with audits for Damar’s Children’s Residential and support the needs within Damar’s Children’s Residential. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Ball State University.
Tammy Duncan
Director, Volunteer ResourcesAs volunteer resources director, Tammy Duncan shepherds and stewards volunteers for the many projects that occur across the Damar footprint. She facilitates all group activities and is also a key member of the Damar Foundation.
Dottie Gilliam
Director, Dietary ServicesManaging the kitchen at Damar since 1987, Dottie Gilliam is the Dietary Services Director. She is responsible for monitoring and directing all facets of the dietary operations, including managing staff and implementing meal plans for over 250 clients daily. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Purdue University in restaurant, hotel and institution management.
Steve Huffman
Director, Talent AcquisitionAs the Director of Talent Acquisition for Damar, Steve Huffman leads the full-scale recruitment effort for the entire organization. Steve has 20+ years of experience in Human Resources with a focus in Talent Acquisition and holds a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification.
Patricia Jacobs
Director, NursingAs Director of Nursing Patricia Jacobs is responsible for ensuring supervision of medical and nursing services to children and young adults served in Damar’s residential program. She started her career in 2013 as an LPN working throughout different service lines. Patty is a graduate of Fortis College and has an Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
Guenevere Kalal
Director, Foster Care ServicesAs director of foster care services, Guene Kalal has built Damar Foster Care Services from the ground up. Since 2010, she has been charged with creating, building and operating the program – including managing the foster care staff. Guene holds a bachelor of arts degree in psychology from Purdue University and a master’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University.
Brittney Kalmas, MSW,LCSW,CSAYC
Director, Behavioral Management ServicesAs Director of Behavior Management Services, Brittney oversees the development and implementation of behavioral strategies and interventions with clients and families in their natural environments. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology from Indiana University and a master’s in social work from Indiana University. Brittney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Behavioral Consultant.
Angel Knapp Reese, MSW
Senior Director, External Initiatives & Quality ServicesAngel Knapp has dedicated her entire career to the human services profession. Currently, she serves Damar as the senior director of external initiatives and quality services – a wrap-around treatment model designed for youth at risk of residential placement. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work from Indiana University.
Denise Lyons
Parent Advocate, Director, Parent VoicesAs director of Parent Voices, Denise is the parent advocate for Damar clients, as well as a valuable resource to Damar’s leadership team. Denise studied consumer services at Michigan State University and spent eight years as a therapeutic foster parent. With her husband, she adopted two children, one of whom is served by Damar.
Donnie McCoy
Director, Older Youth Services & Education Mentoring As the Director of Older Youth Services, Education Mentoring, & Operations Analyst, Donnie McCoy provides educational, vocational, social, and life skills development training to youth in residential programs, DCS regions 5&6, and school systems throughout central Indianapolis and surrounding areas. As the operations analyst, Donnie works with the leadership team to maximize output that support clients’ needs and financial goals. He holds a bachelor’s degree and an MBA from the University of Indianapolis.
Kristin McCoy, MS, BCBA
Director, ABA ServicesAs the director of ABA Services, Kristin McCoy leads assessment and treatment for children with autism through Applied Behavior Analysis. Kristin has been instrumental in helping shape Damar’s autism services. She holds a bachelor’s degree from DePauw University and a master’s degree from Nova Southeastern University, as well as her Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) distinction.
Sam Moya
Chief Administrator, Children's ResidentialResponsible for overseeing administration and supervision of the residential management team, Sam Moya is the chief administrator of children’s residential at Damar. Sam began his career at Damar as a direct care staff in 2009. He holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in clinical psychology from the University of Indianapolis.
Dr. Danielle Nance
Director, Clinical ServicesAs a psychologist and Director of Clinical Services, Dr. Danielle Nance leads Damar’s Stabilization, Assessment & Transition (SAT) program. She is responsible for managing a 20-bed short-term diagnostic and treatment unit that provides emergency placement and services for children who find themselves in traumatic situations. Dr. Nance holds a bachelor’s degree and a doctorate from the University of Indianapolis.
Terry Sears
Residential Director, Clinical ServicesResponsible for overseeing administrative and supervision of Residential Clinical teams, Terry Sears is the Residential Director of Clinical Services at Damar. He has been a valued member of the Damar team since 2012. He holds a Bachelor’s in Criminology from ISU, a Master’s degree in Social Work from USI and is a licensed social worker.
Elaine Showalter
Corporate ControllerAs Damar’s Corporate Controller, Elaine is responsible for financial reporting of all of Damar’s entities on a monthly basis, the budgeting process, and the annual independent financial audits. Elaine has been a Damar employee since 2003, and received her Bachelor of Science from Purdue University.
Donna Stutler
Director, DevelopmentAs director of development, Donna Stutler is responsible for maintaining, cultivating and expanding donor relations for the Damar Foundation. She also serves as the liaison to the Damar Guild. She holds a bachelor’s degree in management from Indiana Wesleyan University. Donna sits on the boards of multiple community organizations.